The Lab With Brad

The Brothers Barton, talking armchair science from their armchairs. No politics, no guilt trips—it’s science!

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Ep 403: To see in the dark

Posted February 1, 202400:20:35

To see in the dark In fantasy novels and roll playing games, some characters can see in the dark. What about in real life? Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad...

Ep 402: Whose mind is it anyway?

Posted January 18, 202400:17:53

Whose mind is it anyway? Fantasy fiction and DND have charm spells and other ways to control one’s mind. We take a look at examples of mind control...

Ep 401: Healing, magic, and science

Posted January 11, 202400:15:35

Healing, magic, and science For our first episode on the science behind dnd and popular fantasy tropes, we search for healing magic in our actual factual...

Ep 400: Things get dicey

Posted December 21, 202300:14:52

Things get dicey We celebrate our 400th episode with the math behind rolling at advantage and disadvantage in D and D. Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad...

Ep 399: Of birds and binary

Posted December 7, 202300:18:32

Of birds and binary We examine the game of chicken, also called hawks and doves, plus a bit on bits and binary. Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad...